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Walking through Central Avenue Historic District, murals line the walls. The murals are a tool to help revitalize the area.

A walk down artistry lane 

Julia Wolfe, Opinions Editor April 9, 2021

Walking along the streets of downtown Tampa, it’s not hard to find yourself walking by an intricate sculpture or a slew of murals. Over the years, Tampa has accumulated 560 different art pieces, and...

Podcasts are becoming a larger industry than ever before. There are currently over 850,000 active podcasts today.

The Evolution of the Podcast 

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor March 29, 2021

Formally only known as “audio blogging,” the foundation for the popular media format we know today ties back to the 1980’s and came into its new title in 2004, when “iPod” was combined...

College rock was a radio format that emerged in the late 1970s and lasted through the early 1990s. The bands most associated with the format such as R.E.M., The Pixies, and The Replacements have sustained a lasting influence on the alternative rock genre.

Subgenre studies: College Rock

Kate Bernstein, Photo Editor March 26, 2021

Throughout the 1980s (and lingering into the early 1990, a burgeoning radio format existed that came to be known as “college rock,” a label for music that would eventually be recognized as “modern,” then “indie” or “alternative” rock. The...

Dreampop is a genre of music that was most popular in the early nineties. Modern artists that fall under this genre include M83, Beach House and Grimes.

Subgenre studies: Dreampop

Julia Wolfe, Opinions Editor March 24, 2021

Dreampop is a subgroup of music that was born in the 80s and hit its peak in the 90s. The reason for its name is the sound of the subgenre: which has an atmospheric, sonic texture, as I can only...

Since the start of the pandemic, authors, filmmakers and screenwriters have been quick to create works of both fiction and nonfiction surrounding COVID-19. The levels of sensitivity, accuracy, and overall approach are being watched closely by audiences as more and more of these works are released.

The rising depiction of COVID-19 in books, film and television 

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor March 11, 2021

Over many decades, it has been shown through various works of art that the world has seen a growing fascination in exploring the before, during and after of deadly viruses. Viral outbreaks have become an...

Natalie Wynn spends her days putting on intricate costumes and creating picture perfect sets for her YouTube videos. Her content ranges from body dysphoria to Twitter cancel culture.

Contrapoints Analysis

Julia Wolfe, Opinions Editor March 3, 2021

Natalie Wynn, a 32-year-old influencer on YouTube, is known best for her strikingly informative videos served with glitz and glamour and visual euphoria. According to an interview she had with the...

This list shows twelve movies that are currently set to be released this year. More and more films are starting to release on streaming services as opposed to theatrical releases, or do both simultaneously.

New movies releasing in 2021

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor February 18, 2021

1. Cherry (February 26)  Directed by the Russo Brothers, the film is based on a novel of the same name, written by Nico Walker. The crime drama follows Walker, played by Tom Holland, as an...

The Weeknd performed at this year's Super Bowl halftime show. He is the first Canadian to headline a solo halftime show and the third to perform at the event.

The Weeknd’s unconventional Super Bowl halftime performance

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor February 11, 2021

Solo, The Weeknd (also known as Abel Tesfaye) took to the stage for the 55th Super Bowl halftime show. Using his autonomy, he produced an overarching thematic event that encompassed symbols...

After decades of presidents going through the Oval Office, current president Joe Biden has intricated the most symbolism in the Oval Office. His personal items and artifacts leave room for interpretation of his personality as president.

Symbolism in Biden’s Oval Office

Eve Murdick, Staffer February 10, 2021

The Oval Office is analogous to the power and glory of the American presidency. When presidents first move into the White House, they also get to redecorate the Oval Office. This room offers a view into...

Trying out Tik Tok food trends

Trying out Tik Tok food trends

Salena Kahassai and Samantha Macuare February 10, 2021

In episode two of Salena and Sam's Cooking Show they try out the newest viral food trends on Tik Tok.

THIS OR THAT: Post-Punk Bands

THIS OR THAT: Post-Punk Bands

Kate Bernstein, Photo Editor February 9, 2021

Choose between your favorite bands to emerge from the broad genre of post-punk by clicking HERE

Based on a book published in 1983, The Queen’s Gambit broke shocking view records, becoming the most watched limited series. It will be a standalone season as of date.

‘The Queen’s Gambit’ is no pawn 

Julia Wolfe, Opinions Editor February 8, 2021

On October 23, 2020, Beth Harmon’s story through substance abuse, international chess competitions, and family loss was released as a Netflix limited series called “The Queen’s Gambit.” The...

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